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Kratos Defense propulsion technology development

Overview

Kratos Defense & Security Solutions has expanded its role as a propulsion component supplier for major U.S. defense programs. The company successfully developed and delivered advanced turbomachinery for Lockheed Martin’s next-generation ramjet propulsion system, a milestone validated during tests witnessed by the U.S. Army Aviation and Missile Center.

Subsequently, Kratos announced it will supply Spartan J85 turbojet engines to support Boeing’s Joint Direct Attack Munition Long Range (JDAM LR) program. These engines will power the BSU-111/B Payload Delivery Unit, which converts 500-pound bombs into precision-guided munitions. Production for this program is slated to begin at Kratos’ Michigan facility in 2027 following a $75 million contract awarded to Boeing by the U.S. Air Force.

Entities

Kratos Defense & Security Solutions · U.S. Air Force · Lockheed Martin · U.S. Army Aviation and Missile Center

Timeline

  1. 18 days ago

    [BUSINESS] 3 sources
    Kratos to supply J85 engines for Boeing JDAM LR program

    Kratos Defense & Security Solutions will supply Spartan J85 turbojet engines for Boeing’s JDAM LR program, supporting long-range precision munitions for the U.S. military.

  2. about 2 months ago

    [BUSINESS] 3 sources
    Kratos supplies advanced turbomachinery for Lockheed Martin’s next‑gen ramjet propulsion

    Kratos delivered a validated turbomachinery component for Lockheed Martin’s ramjet program, triggering a 1.6% drop in its shares to $48.64.

Sources

interestingengineering.com · ordu.az · securities.io